While it takes intense training, world-class skills and maybe even a bit of luck to register a Bellator win, picking the right song to accompany you to the cage is a key talent, as well.
Inside, see what the fighters from the Bellator 224 main card went with as their backing tracks in Thackerville, Okla.
Ed Ruth def. Kiichi Kunimoto via TKO (punches) – Round 2, 3:49
Ed Ruth: “Go Loco” by YG feat. Tyga & Jon Z
Kiichi Kunimoto: “Immortals” by Fall Out Boy
Juliana Velasquez def. Kristina Williams via TKO (punches) – Round 2, 4:03
Juliana Velasquez: “In the End” by Linkin Park
Kristina Williams: “Bring it On” by Steven Curtis Chapman
Rafael Carvalho def. Chidi Njokuani via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
Rafael Carvalho: “Ja Posso Suportar” by Pregador Luo
Chidi Njokuani: “Will Let Us Know”
Julia Budd def. Olga Rubin via TKO (punches) – Round 1, 2:14
Julia Budd: “War is My Love” by Kendrick Lamar
: “Big Bad Wolf” by Duck Sauce
For complete coverage of Bellator 224, check out the MMA Results.
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